There is
an art and skill in leading a family.
God sets the perfect pattern, which pastors are to emulate in their
home. Though no mere mortal can attain
that, we must strive for it, and thus, give a model to the membership.
We are
reminded that there is an art and skill in leading the flock.
For Christians, the church and the home are one. We
should oversee both of them with love, truth, and discipline. The pastor cannot
be one thing at home and something else in church. If he is, his children will
detect it, and there will be problems. [1]
Pastors
are to “rule” their house. Greek scholar, A.T. Robertson says the word
means, “to stand before.” As a
leader in my home I must accept the weighty responsibility of standing before
my family. I must stand with conviction
and consistency. That is required for
faithful and fruitful church leadership also.
They must see the shepherd’s stand and they will follow his steps.
He is to do this “well.” “The
word…is kalōs (καλως), ‘beautifully,
finely, excellently, well.’” [2] We
are painting a masterpiece. God’s
handiwork is on display. This touches
every dimension in the home. The
finances are in order. The lawn is
neat. The house is clean. The work of the kingdom in the home and house
of God demands excellence, and ought to be a thing of beauty.
The pastor’s children need to be led to make an effort in their
schoolwork, to be exemplary citizens, to have a strong work ethic, and most of
all to have a heart for God. Their
development will be challenging—some more than others—but God gives grace. This is the goal for all church members—not
just the pastor’s—and such children often grow up to be solid servants in the
church, influencing generations to come.
A PRAYER
Our Father
in Heaven,
Your very
name is to be revered! May it be spoken
frequently and fervently in our home.
Let our children learn that Your name represents all that You are and
that all You are is incredibly glorious!
May Your kingdom come, first in my home—making my children to become
Your children. Help us set the standard
of skillful leadership. We need You to
empower us!In the Powerful Name of Christ,
Amen.
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